Histologic Technology
(2262)
THIS IS A LIMITED ACCESS PROGRAM. Histologic
technology professionals develop skills that reach into a variety
of fields. Most commonly, these highly skilled individuals will
be used in hospitals or private pathology laboratories, playing
an integral role in preparing tissue specimens for the microscopic
diagnosis of disease. Additionally, histology, the science of
demonstrating a multitude of cellular characteristics, will be
found utilized in medical, pharmaceutical and industrial research
settings. The field of histologic technology is rapidly advancing,
as more and more sophisticated diagnostic tools are being developed.
Students are evaluated for acceptance into the
program based on academic criteria (completion of prerequisite
courses) and interview. Selected histologic technology courses
are formatted for Web-based delivery; therefore, computer skills
with Internet access is a program requirement. Students may find
it difficult to work during the practicum phase of the education
(last two semesters) due to the number of required contact hours
per week. Students will be expected to perform in a professional
manner during the campus and practicum phases and must have excellent
coordination skills.
For additional information about a rewarding
career as a histologic technician or technologist, visit the National
Society for Histotechnology online. You can also write to
the National Society for Histotechnology, 5900 Princess Garden
Parkway, Suite 805 Lanham, Maryland 20706.
Expected Job Growth:
There is an expected worker shortage of 10.9%. The U.S. Bureau
of Labor Statistics (BLS) forecasts that by 2010, the U. S. will
need to add 106,000 technicians.
Starting Salary:
$28,000 - $36,000
This limited access program enables the graduate to sit for the
ASCP Histologic Technician examination. Students who pass the
HT (ASCP) exam will be eligible for Florida licensure in histotechnology
through the Board of Clinical Laboratory Personnel, Department
of Health.
This program is accredited by the National Accrediting Agency
for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS) at 8410 West Bryn Mawr
Avenue, Suite 670, Chicago, Illinois 60631-3415.
Students must earn a grade of C or better in the histologic technology
courses and complete all campus-based courses with a grade point
average of 2.0 or better before entering the practicum phase of
their education. Placement in the clinical practicum is on a space
available basis; a GPA ranked waiting list will determine placement
should space become limited for reasons beyond the control of
the program.
- Complete 12 credits applicable to the histologic
technology degree, to include ENC 1101 or MAC 1105, and either
BSC 2010C or BSC 2085C.
- Submit completed application to the HT program.
- Complete required interview process with
the HT education coordinator and program director.
- A physical examination will be required upon
acceptance to the program.
- Applicants must have computer skills and
Internet access.
General Education Courses
ENC 1101 English Composition I (3)
BSC 2010C Principles of Biology I (4)
MAC 1105 College Algebra (3)
*Social and Behavioral Sciences (3)
*Humanities (3)
Credit hours: 16
Professional Courses
HSC 1531 Medical Terminology (for Health Professions) (3)
BSC 2085C Human Anatomy and Physiology I (4)
CHM 1025C Introduction to General Chemistry (4)
BSC 2086C Human Anatomy and Physiology II (4)
MCB 2010C Microbiology (4)
CHM 2045C General Chemistry and Qualitative Analysis I (4)
MLT 2190C Histology (4)
MLT 2191 Histotechniques I (4)
MLT 2191L Histotechniques I Lab (1)
CHM 2046C General Chemistry and Qualitative Analysis II (4)
MLT 2192 Histotechniques II (4)
MLT 2192L Histotechniques II Lab (1)
MLT 2840L Histotechnology Practicum I (5)
MLT 2194 Histotechniques III (3)
MLT 2194L Histotechniques III Lab (1)
MLT 2841L Histotechnology Practicum II (7)
MLT 2193C Histopathology (3)
Credit hours: 60
Total Program Credits: 76
*Refer to A.S. degree General Education
Requirements.
Prior to contact with patients or patient
specimens, students must furnish proof of childhood immunizations
and Hepatitis B immunization. Contact program chairperson for
additional information.
You have two options in this program:
the associate in science (A.S.) degree, which can prepare you
for employment or transfer to a state university, and the associate
in applied science (A.A.S.) degree, which is intended primarily
for students who want immediate employment after graduation. Students
earning an A.S. degree must take MAC 1105, MGF 1106 or a higher
level mathematics course.
Clinical agencies may require students
to undergo drug screening and criminal background checks prior
to placement in the agencies for clinical experiences. Students
whose drug screening and criminal background checks are unsatisfactory
may be denied access to clinical experiences by the clinical agencies.
Withdrawal from the program may be necessary if students cannot
be placed for clinical experiences.
